Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine

12/04/2025

In honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’re celebrating the athletes who inspire us every day.This moment captured Dr. Yakel serving at the Special Olympics Fit Feet event—one of the many ways he partners with our community to ensure athletes of all abilities have access to the care and support they deserve!
Learn more about Fit Feet: https://www.specialolympics.org/our-work/inclusive-health/my-health/fit-feet
Their resilience, dedication, and joy remind us why inclusive sports medicine matters!

11/28/2025

11/16/2025

Donate today in support of our Boots for Hope drive through the month of December!

11/12/2025

If you are an athlete with an ankle injury, call the Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine today at (720) 600-3380 or visit our website! https://dryakel.com

11/12/2025

We are back in action and already in the middle of November! We have a box for donating gentle used or new boots and new socks at Red Wing Shoes in Longmont, CO!

HOPE for Longmont

11/05/2025

This week, we are happy to announce the start of Boots For Hope
This November, join us at the Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine as we kick off our annual Boots for Hope drive! 👢❤️

Through the month of November, we're partnering with Brown’s Shoe Fit Co. and Red Wing Shoes to collect boots and warm footwear for those in need in our community. Let’s make sure everyone has the support and warmth they need as we head into the colder months.

📍 Drop Off Locations:
- Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine, Longmont
- Browns Shoe Fit Co. Longmont
- Red Wing Shoes, Longmont

📆 When: November 1 - December 3

Every donation counts! Help us give back and spread hope to the less fortunate this holiday season. Together, we can make a difference one step at a time. 🙌💛

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10/20/2025

Think laser treatment for toenail fungus doesn’t work? Or that it’s painful, unsafe, or just a gimmick? In this video, Dr. Yakel, podiatrist and former lead physician for the Colorado Rapids, breaks down the Top 5 Myths About Laser Nail Fungus Treatment — and sets the record straight.

Learn the truth about:
Whether laser treatment really works
Pain during the procedure
Recovery and downtime
Long-term results and prevention

If you’ve been embarrassed by thick, discolored nails or frustrated with other treatments, this myth-busting video is for you.
📍 Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine
👉 Call today to schedule your consultation: (720) 600-3380
🌐 Learn more: https://dryakel.com/

10/13/2025

Watch a quick, unfiltered look at how laser therapy is applied for pain relief. This short video captures the actual procedure in progress—no deep dive, no explanation, just a clear view of the treatment in action.

10/08/2025

Thinking about finally getting rid of stubborn toenail fungus? In this video, Dr. Yakel from The Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine walks you through exactly what to expect when you come in for laser toenail fungus treatment.

He explains the treatment process, how long it takes for clear, healthy nails to grow back (worst cases up to 12 months), and why starting now is the perfect time—so your nails are clear and sandal-ready by next summer. Dr. Yakel emphasizes that he doesn’t stop until the fungus is gone, giving you the confidence of real, lasting results.

10/05/2025

Are thick, yellow, or brittle toenails keeping you from showing your feet with confidence? In this video, Dr. Yakel from The Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine dives into the many home remedies people try for toenail fungus—from Vicks VapoRub to tea tree oil—and shares why most of these simply don’t deliver lasting results.
Dr. Yakel explains how laser treatment for toenail fungus offers a safe, effective, and medically proven solution to restore clear, healthy nails. If you’ve struggled with toenail fungus and want to know what really works, this is the video for you.

10/01/2025

It's officially October and the perfect time to begin treatment of your nail fungus! Did you know it can take months to have completely clear nails? Dr. Yakel has been treating nail fungus for years and we have the proof of his success!

Give us a call today to schedule your consultation: (720) 600-3380

09/29/2025

In this video, Dr. Yakel, podiatrist and former lead physician for the Colorado Rapids, breaks down the Top 5 Myths About Laser Nail Fungus Treatment — and sets the record straight.

Learn the truth about:
Whether laser treatment really works
Pain during the procedure
Recovery and downtime
Long-term results and prevention

If you’ve been embarrassed by thick, discolored nails or frustrated with other treatments, this myth-busting video is for you.
📍 Colorado Center for Podiatric Sports Medicine
👉 Call today to schedule your consultation: (720) 600-3380
🌐 Learn more: https://dryakel.com/